Saralnama, farmers from the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Tikait) in Chandauli submitted a memorandum to the Additional District Magistrate, Rajesh Kumar. They demanded the establishment of a bus depot, full operation of Bhupauli and Balua pump canals, and installation of new pump canals. Other requests included linking Musa Khand and Avarva Tand dams to the Bansagar project, increasing fertilizer quotas, and building a bridge at Chauchakpur Ghat. Union leaders warned of an indefinite protest if their demands are not met within a month. They expressed frustration over the lack of action on previously submitted petitions. The delegation included several union officials and workers. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 17:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 25 Aug 2023, farmers from the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Tikait) in Chandauli submitted a memorandum to the Additional District Magistrate, Rajesh Kumar
- They demanded the establishment of a bus depot, full operation of Bhupauli and Balua pump canals, and installation of new pump canals
- Other requests included linking Musa Khand and Avarva Tand dams to the Bansagar project, increasing fertilizer quotas, and building a bridge at Chauchakpur Ghat